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HR in the Year 2020
What’s up next for the field of HR? At the turn of the decade, three in five HR leaders believe the field will become obsolete if it doesn’t modernize (KPMG). Simultaneously, extraordinary opportunities are on the horizon for professionals who choose to seize them. Think: getting a leg up on administrative tasks from AI, driving the culture of the workplace and retaining top talent. Read on for the trends we’re forecasting.
10 soft skills every job candidate should have in 2020
According to career experts, January is a peak time for job searching with 22% more jobs applications started in January than in a typical month. But what does it take to stand out from the sea of applicants and get hired in 2020? One answer is soft skills.
5 careers you can pursue with a lab science degree
Science. It’s everywhere. If you are managing a disease with medication, you can thank science. If driving in winter is easier because of the melting compound spread on the roads, thank science. You can even thank science for sticky notes and manageable hair!
3 biggest mistakes nursing school applicants make
We asked the leaders of our nursing program to share the three biggest mistakes they see applicants making and how those applicants could have avoided their missteps. To ensure you put your best foot forward on your nursing school application, check out their tips
5 questions you should ask your college student during holiday break
The holiday marks an important time to get caught up with your loved ones. But it also marks an important chance to reconnect with your college student and make sure they are doing well – both socially and academically.
5 attainable New Year’s goals for college students in 2020
As the New Year approaches, people usually begin setting resolutions and goals for the next 12 months. Whether it’s promising to keep your commitments or trying to lose 10 pounds, New Year’s goals are almost always a big topic of conversation.
Continuing your education: Which school is right for you?
Whether you’re fresh out of high school or have been out of the classroom for a few years, there are numerous schools you could apply to — and the process can be daunting.
Top jobs you can get with a master’s in health informatics and information management
Health informatics and information management is a professional field focused on the tools and platforms used to store, retrieve and evaluate electronic medical records and those used to improve health outcomes for patients.
Alumni Success Story: Danielle Cimek ‘08, BAS CIS Database Management
Danielle Cimek ‘08 has an 11-year history at Gordon Food Service. She started as an intern and, as a result of experience gained through working in various departments/roles, became a valuable team player in a company-wide initiative to move computer applications to an ERP system. With her degree in CIS Database Management and her passion for creating opportunities and connections for people, it’s no wonder GFS called on her expertise when creating the group to implement “The One” project.
What to do with a Business Lull
Do you work in a cyclical industry? Chances are, you answered yes. Today, few industries are fortunate to have a steady flow of work throughout each quarter of the year. Construction is prohibited by weather, retail is seasonal by nature and education is less busy in the summer (although, shoutout to the teachers who are up late lesson planning in warmer months).
Alumni Success Story: Nick Reva ‘08, BAS Network Security
Nick Reva ‘08 had a relentless drive that did not give him the traditional college experience, but it did land him in Santa Monica, California working for a major tech company. He’s living the life he’s dreamed of with no regrets, and he recognizes the stepping stones, influencers, and education were all part of his success.
Davenport University develops nationally recognized system to offer veterans maximum course credits for military experience
Davenport University, with the help of a Military Credit Equivalency Grant, has created new pathways for veterans to fast-track their second career and earn a degree. These new pathways enable veterans to leverage military experience for academic credit and earn a four-year degree in as little as 3 years.
Metro Health & Davenport University partnership gains momentum
Last year, the two organizations began a program to provide Davenport nursing students with the opportunity to gain clinical experience in Metro’s operating rooms. The program was recently expanded upon when Metro became one of the newest locations where Davenport students can complete their senior-year leadership clinical requirements.
New VA program offers Davenport students cutting-edge experience in primary care nursing
It’s all part of Davenport’s Registered Nurse Primary Care (RNPC) initiative delivered in partnership with the Veteran Affairs Community-Based Outpatient Clinic in Wyoming, Mich. Participants complete coursework while concurrently gaining clinical experience at the Veteran Affairs (VA) clinic, including a paid summer externship between their junior and senior years. Six students are currently enrolled, and the goal is to ramp that number up to 10 students per year.
Top things veterans should consider before choosing a college
Transitioning from service member to college student can be challenging, but figuring out where to get your degree shouldn’t be. Before choosing a college, be sure to consider everything that’s available for veterans at each one. A good place to start is to look for your state’s “military-friendly schools” — but don’t stop there. Here are some of the top things veterans should consider before choosing a college.
Davenport University partners with Emergent Holdings to offer employees Corporate Education Scholarships
Davenport University recently developed a partnership with Emergent Holdings to offer a Corporate Education Scholarship. The scholarship will make education affordable for Emergent Holdings employees through Davenport University.
The Top 3 Character Traits of a Strategic Leader
Of the buzz words we overuse in our work environment today, leadership may take the cake. We often hear the word sandwiched with other corporate buzz terms: servant leadership, laissez-faire leadership, transformational leadership and many more. It’s akin to saying a word on repeat until that word loses meaning. Leadership, though, is a prized skill for good reason. As our work hustles to keep up with the pace of technology, leadership is the captain – the human element – that steers us in the right direction.
A cybersecurity degree: Opening a network of opportunities
According to Cyberseek.org, there are currently more than 310,000 job openings in cybersecurity in the U.S. With 715,000 people employed in cybersecurity today, that means we’ll need to increase the current workforce by nearly 50% to meet the needs of today’s market demand. Not to mention future needs as the field continues to grow. In the state of Michigan alone, there are roughly 7,000 jobs currently open in cybersecurity. The job opportunities are out there and the need for this type of talent isn’t going away anytime soon.